In this article, we tell you what are the best .38, .357, and .44 caliber snub-nosed revolvers—ever.
Here's what you need to know about the .44 Remington Magnum for self-defense. The answers will surprise you.
Here are the 5 best guns for the Novel Corona Virus COVID-19 pandemic which will serve you well if civilization collapses.
Here's why Winchester's 180 grain Power Point .300 Win. Mag. scores an epic win.
Take a closer look at the 6.5 PRC. We show you the good and the bad, and why it will become the premier 6.5 mm cartridge.
Pronghorn are the most challenging game animal in North America. Here's what you must know, including which guns to choose and the right bullet placement, for your best pronghorn hunt ever.
Wondering about Remington Ultra Magnums? Here's what you need to know. We analyze the 7mm RUM, .300 RUM, .338 RUM, and .375 RUM to find out which is best for you.
Can the .45 ACP+P match the powerful 10mm Auto for hunting as well as defense against humans and bears? Learn the surprising answer!
Are pocket pistols viable self-defense weapons or just feel-good gimmicks? We compare a few.
Are you a hunter? Here's what you need to know about hunting America's premier deer, the mule deer. Here's some must know info on guns, gear, and tactics to help you bag your best mulie.
Today’s rifle market offers the prepared person near-infinite choices. There is one type, however, to which they should give serious consideration: military surplus. Violence and lawlessness almost always accompany tumultuous events, so be prepared to defend your family in times of crisis.
The iconic .44 Magnum lost its title as "The Most Powerful Handgun in the World" over a decade ago, or did it? Here's why Dirty Harry's favorite cartridge is still the one by which all others are judged.
Most rifle cartridges on the market today are unnecessary. Less than a century ago, most current rounds didn’t exist. Why are there so many now, and do we really need them all?
What is the best 7mm magnum? Here's a comparison review of the 7mm Remington Magnum, 7mm Winchester Short Magnum, 7mm Shooting Times Westerner, 7mm Weatherby Magnum, 7mm Remington Ultra Magnum, and 28 Nosler.
Did you know that North America offers epic winter big game hunting? Here are the must-know facts you need to both survive and fill your freezer when the snow flies.
The .357 Magnum is the real “do it all” handgun cartridge. From self-defense to hunting it gets the job done. Here are 10 reasons why.
What is the best revolver for concealed carry purposes? Find out which wheel guns are worth carrying with you.
Every hunter needs a rimfire rifle (or twenty). Which is best, though; the .22 Long Rifle, .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, or .17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire? This must-read article gives you the answer.
Did you realize that point, or instinctive, handgun shooting techniques could potentially save your life in the right circumstances? Learn more about these old-school methods so you can increase your survival odds in a shootout.
The .280 competes with the .270 Winchester, yet hunters pass it by for the .270 Winchester, the .30-06 Springfield, or the .280’s big brother, the 7mm Remington Magnum. Here's what happened when it took on the three most popular cartridges in the world.
Is Nosler's AccuBond the best, all-round hunting bullet? Here's one hunter's opinion based on years of testing and field experience.
Tested, eleven great pronghorn cartridges: .243 Winchester, .25-06 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5-284 Norma, .270 Winchester, .308 Winchester, .240 Weatherby, .257 Weatherby, .264 Winchester Magnum, 7mm Remington Magnum, and .300 Winchester Magnum.
Research by the FBI and other law enforcement professionals, along with gunfight analysis, proves all self-defense handgun cartridges do the same basic things and have the same limitations. When you cut through the hype and myth, the facts say there is no such thing as "The Best Handgun Cartridge."
Want an older gun? These three great handgun cartridges have defended life and limb, plus put venison on the table, for a century and a half. The .45 Colt, .44 Special, and .38 Super are effective, accurate rounds with a long, distinguished history. Here's why you must give them a try.
I tested the .243 Winchester, 6 Creedmoor, .240 Weatherby Magnum, .25-06 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5x55mm Swedish, 6.5-284 Norma, 7mm-08 Remington, and .30-30 Winchester so you don't have to. Give yourself a break from pain on your next hunt.
Hornady's new 6.5 Precision Rifle Cartridge takes on the 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5-284 Norma, 26 Nosler, and 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum in this winner take all virtual shootout.
The .270 Winchester is perhaps the most storied big game hunting cartridge. Why has the .270 received such coverage and hyperbole? Here's what you need to know, now.
The .41 Remington Magnum is the best revolver cartridge. Period. It does what the others do, but better in many ways. Here's how.
There are many (perhaps too many) hunting cartridges on the market. What makes any particular one versatile? A versatile cartridge has three main qualities: power, reach, and flexibility. This article breaks down the most versatile rifle caliber on the market.
The 10mm Auto cartridge is the best pistol round ever developed. Bold words for a bold round, find out how it came about and why it's so good.
I test the .204 Ruger, .223 Remington, .22-250 Remington, .243 Winchester, 6 Creedmoor, .240 Weatherby. Can these varmint rounds take down big game? We find out.
Tested: .243 Winchester, .25-06 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, .270 Winchester, .30-30 Winchester, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield. Which is the best deer slayer?
Tested: 9.3x62 Mauser, .375 Holland & Holland, .416 Remington Magnum, .404 Jeffery, .458 Winchester Magnum, .458 Lott, .505 Gibbs. In this virtual test, we tell you which is best.
Tested: 7x57 Mauser, 7mm-08 Remington, .280 Remington, 7mm Remington Magnum, 7mm Weatherby Magnum, and 28 Nosler. Will the magnums outpower the non-magnums? Will the upstarts dethrone the old guard?
The 6.5 Creedmoor and 6 Creedmoor take on the .243 Winchester, .308 Winchester, .30-06, and 7mm Remington Magnum in this virtual shootout. Which one will be left standing?
The possibility a hunter may need a backup firearm is real. Whether to dispatch a wounded animal, hunt small game, or for self-defense against man and beast, a hunter needs a backup.
Has the pistol replaced the revolver? Should we scrap every S&W Model 19, Model 29, or Colt Python? Here's the case for the revolver. As long as we have guns, we will have wheel guns.
Thanks to modern ammunition, the 9mm is now the premier self-defense pistol caliber. Find out why the "Nine" is the top choice according to gun writer LJ Bonham, who has decades of firearms experience.
We test .338 Winchester Magnum, .340 Weatherby, .338-378 Weatherby, .300 Remington Ultra-Mag, 33 Nosler, .338 Lapua. Can you pick the winner?
Did you know that there are many magnum hunting cartridges? Find out why the ones using .30 caliber bullets are by far the most popular for whitetail deer, elk, moose, bear, antelope, bighorn sheep, and plains game hunting. Gun recommendations included!
This virtual shootout tells you which .30 caliber cartridge is best for whitetail deer, elk, moose, bear, or African game hunting. The results are surprising.
Did you know that inexpensive military rifles are great for deer, elk, moose, bear, and anything else related to hunting? They are rugged, affordable, and available. Here's why more people should use them to put meat on the table and which models work best.
Cartridge fight: .25-06 Remington, .270 Winchester, .280 Remington, .30-06 Springfield, .338-06 A-Square, .35 Whelen. Each is a prince in its own right, but which is king?
Prvi Partizan has a reputation for good quality ammunition at a reasonable price. Is PPU's 300 grain .375 H&H Magnum load good enough for deer, elk, moose, bear, and African plains game hunting?
Many gun owners have jumped on the open-carry bandwagon. There are five questions a citizen who open carries should address before exercising their Second Amendment rights in public.
Tested: .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, 7mm-08 Remington, .308 Winchester, .338 Federal. Which is best?
I tested the 6.5 Grendel, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5x55 Swedish, .260 Remington, 6.5-284 Norma, 26 Nosler, .264 Winchester Magnum, 6.5-300 Weatherby. So which one is best? The results may surprise you!
There are many excellent long-range (beyond 500 yards) rifle cartridges, from the mild-shooting 6.5 Creedmoor to the flinch-inducing .338 Lapua. Which is best for elk, though?
Here's how to avoid a potentially lethal EDC trap. What you need to know to survive on the streets.
High-quality used guns languish on store racks just because they are chambered in less common calibers. Don't overlook these gems.
Today’s AR’s are available in more good hunting calibers than ever before; whether you're after Alaskan moose, Montana elk, Missouri whitetails, Wyoming pronghorn, or Texas wild hogs.
AR platform rifles are now the most popular rifle in America. They are fantastic for hunting, whether it's deer, antelope, elk, moose, or African plains game. Here's why you should hunt with an AR.
Did you realize that premium bullets just do a better job than low-budget bullets? Whether hunting Ohio deer, Montana elk, Alaskan bears, or African Cape Buffalo, find out how premium bullets make every shot count.
Since the 1960s, Winchester's Power Point bullet has been a reliable deer load. Designed for .30-06 velocities, will this old-style bullet stand up to magnum velocities against elk and moose?
How does the Glock stack up against John Browning's legendary M1911? The debate has raged since Gaston Glock's upstart polymer-framed pistol appeared in the early 1980s to challenge the king. The answer may surprise you!
Colorado is famous for elk, mule deer, and black bear hunting, and provides a challenging environment. What are the best rifles and cartridges for hunting the Centennial State?
What guns work best in defending you and your family at home? Here are three basic gun types every homeowner should have to protect their family from a home invasion.
Which dangerous game cartridges work best against Africa's Big Five, Alaska's Kodiak bears, or an angry Montana moose? Here are five great choices hunters have staked their lives on for decades.
Is the .30-06 the world’s most versatile hunting cartridge? Find out why this old veteran has survived and thrived despite the existence of more powerful cartridges and flatter shooting cartridges.
There are several ways to make your travel less harried and more successful. Here are tips from a former commercial pilot for air travelers.
Montana is legendary. The state offers deer, antelope, elk, moose, bear, bison, and wolf if a hunter can find them somewhere in a vast, varied landscape. So what's the best rifle and caliber?
Does the average deer, elk, or moose hunter need expensive premium ammunition loaded with the latest and greatest bullet? Magazine ads say yes; hunters across the world prove them wrong every fall.
When you need to project American power anywhere in the world, here are three all-American heavy hitters designed for any hunting challenge: .35 Whelen, .338 Win Mag, and .458 Win Mag.
Long Range hunting is an exciting and demanding activity. Whether pursuing antelope in Wyoming's vast prairies or impala in the Serengeti, a hunter must have the right gear and skill.
The current gun market is saturated with options. Which gun or guns are the absolute minimum a hunter should have?
Hunting is a wonderful sport. The best way to ensure novice hunters embrace it and continue for years is to get the right rifle in the right caliber the first time. Here are rifle recommendations for beginner and experienced shooters.
The 6.5x55mm Swedish, 7x57mm Mauser, and 8x57mm Mauser deserve a second look from American hunters. They are loved world-wide for antelope, deer, elk, moose, bear, and African plains game hunting.
Safety is the most important thing in hunting. People's lives depend on it. Here are ten ways to insure you and your hunting partners get home safe every day of the season.
The .308 Winchester is the best-selling hunting cartridge in America. Developed for the M-14, the U.S. military's standard sniper round hits way above its weight class and is loved by hunters.
Where would Science Fiction be without small presses? In this article we explore small presses and their impact on Science Fiction.
Think you need a magnum for hunting? Think again. For antelope, deer, elk, bear, plains game, and moose, cartridges like 243, 270, 308, 30-06, etc. work great. Who needs recoil and muzzle blast?
If you live or hunt in Africa, Alaska, or the Rocky Mountains, you must have a dangerous game rifle for self-defense. Thousands of people are injured or killed by wild animals world wide each year.
The .300 Winchester Magnum, or .300 Win Mag, is used around the world for moose, elk, bear, and African plains game. Preferred by long-range hunters and military snipers over the .308 and .30-06.
Magnum. The word is synonymous with power, long range, and a certain cachѐ which implies those who shoot them are uncompromising rifle enthusiasts. Are magnum hunting cartridges really necessary?
Prvi Partizan makes affordable, quality ammunition. We put its 180 gr, .300 Win. Mag. through its paces. Is it good and inexpensive, or just cheap?
The .375 H&H is the world's most versatile hunting cartridge. Used from Africa to Alaska for deer, elk, moose, Cape buffalo, and everything in between, it's the do-it-all hunting caliber.